"Programme Manager"

Programme Manager

Location: NPEU Clinical Trials Unit (Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health, University of Oxford), New Radcliffe House, Radcliffe Observatory, Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6GG

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced programme manager with expertise in the delivery of complex, strategically important programmes and projects ideally in a healthcare, quality improvement, digital innovation or digital infrastructure setting.

We are looking for a Programme Manager to take direct responsibility for leading on several elements of the Children’s Surgery Outcome Reporting (CSOR) programme, working closely with the CSOR programme lead and the database programmer to ensure smooth delivery and day-to-day delivery of the existing elements of the programme, as well as successful delivery of the programme’s expansion.

Key responsibilities will include maintaining the database’s existing functions, overseeing case recruitment, managing communications with clinicians and parents, handling third-party research requests, and ensuring compliance with ethical and data protection standards. The postholder will coordinate activities within participating hospitals, working with investigators, clinicians, informatics teams, and research departments, and provide training on using the CSOR portal and dashboard.

Other key duties will involve managing the hospital feedback programme by coordinating data analysis, producing reports, and organising feedback meetings with experienced facilitators.

To be considered for this role you will have a first degree (or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject), experience in co-ordinating complex multi-site programmes or projects, the ability to line manage staff, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You should also have a good command of spoken and written English.

Desirable qualifications include project, programme management, or business administration credentials. Knowledge of NHS paediatric and/or surgical services is a plus.

Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. Go to https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

This role is full time (part time considered) and is fixed term for 2 years in the first instance.

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